The Megan Waldrep Podcast

When Their World Becomes Yours – The POCF Origin Series | Part 4 of 9

This is Part 4 in a special farewell arc to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast. We revisit the original blog post that inspired a global community of commercial fishing partners.
In today’s episode:
The moment you realize you’re part of the industry, too
Knowledge builds confidence + advocacy
Claiming your identity in the fishing world
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✨ The rebrand is coming! On January 7th, this show becomes the Megan Waldrep Podcast: The connection stays. The journey evolves. Conversations to help you feel better, reset your energy, and connect with yourself to feel totally alive in what you’re doing. Stay tuned for what's in store!

From "Boat Talk" to Boredom to Belonging – The POCF Origin Series | Pt 3 of 9

In this special farewell arc to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast (rebrand on Jan. 7th!), I revisit the original stories that inspired a global community of partners of commercial fishermen.
In today’s episode:
Surviving “boat talk”
Feeling left out before you find your place
What support looks like in the early stages
How listening led to you!
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✨ The rebrand is coming! On January 7th, this show becomes the Megan Waldrep Podcast. The connection stays, the journey evolves.

From First Kiss to POCF Beginnings - The POCF Origin Series | Part 2 of 9

 The POCF Origin Series | Part 2 of 9
In this special farewell arc to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast, I revisit the original stories that inspired a global community of commercial fishing partners.
In today’s episode:
Falling in love and into advocacy without meaning to
How food becomes personal when you know the hands behind it
Paying attention to where seafood comes from
✨ Download FREE: The Calm Compass A guide with 4 simple breath resets and a self-check-in to help you find calm when life or fishing seasons feel unpredictable. 👉 meganwaldrep.com/newsletter
✨ The podcast is getting a new name!Starting January 7th, welcome to The Megan Waldrep Podcast, where our connection stays, the journey evolves,and each conversation helps busy women reset their energy, feel like themselves again, and come alive in their life and work.

A Whole New World - The POCF Origin Series | Part 1 of 9

In this special farewell series to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast (rebrand ahead!), I revisit the original stories that inspired a global community of commercial fishing families.
In today’s episode:
Being introduced to a lifestyle most people never see
The shock of how big the fishing industry really is
Falling in love with the adventure and the risk
The beginning of a story that changes everything
FREE: The Calm Compass A guide with 4 simple breath resets and a self-check-in to help you find calm when life feels unpredictable.Click here for The Compass Reset: https://megan-waldrep-dabney.kit.com/d22f4b6c88
 
The rebrand is coming! On January 7th, this show becomes The Megan Waldrep Podcast. The connection stays, and the journey evolves into conversations to help you find calm, reset your energy, and connect with yourself to feel totally alive in what you’re doing, no matter what.

Why Your Experience Still Matters (Even When A Career Shifts)

This week, we’re digging into what happens when your role changes or you’re no longer in the day-to-day of a career you once lived.
In this episode, I share:
How to stay connected even when your role evolves
My experience speaking at the Ocean Innovation Conference - just one day before I shared that we sold the boat
The panel questions I answered, and how you can make them your own when you speak about your former career.
Let's Connect: meganwaldrep.com

Identity Shifts: Navigating the Messy Middle of Life After Commercial Fishing

Commercial fishing isn’t just a job. It’s a lifestyle that shapes both the fisherman and their partner. But what happens when that identity changes?
In this episode, we explore:
Life after the boat
The “messy middle” of transition
and how to reconnect with yourself when the lifestyle that defined you evolves.
Let's dive in.
 
RESOURCES:
Spend less energy worrying about your loved ones on the water. Kent Safety Products makes Coast Guard-approved PFDs and flotation gear that commercial fishing families have trusted for generations. Visit KentSafetyProducts.com.
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Protecting Those Who Work the Sea with Beth Casoni of Massachusetts Lobstermen's Association

Today, we’re talking with Beth Casoni of the Massachusetts Lobstermen’s Association about something that goes deeper than just fishing: it’s about community, care, and what happens when the unthinkable strikes.
As we know, the sea is unpredictable, but amid that risk is a tight-knit community that shows up for one another in powerful ways. 
We’ll talk about how lobstering families support each other, how MLA steps in during shifts in regulation and tragedy, and how they actively reach out to officials to make sure their fishermen’s voices are heard.
Let's Dive In!
Show Resources:
Website: Massachusetts Lobstermen's Association: https://lobstermen.com/
Connect with the POCF community at https://pocfpride.com
 

We're on the Bristol Bay (Alaska) Fisheries Report!

This feels like a big “get” for the POCF community. Today, I’m sharing our feature on the Bristol Bay Fisheries Report from July 18, 2025, with Kendra Hanna, a KDLG fish reporter and freelance radio and podcast producer.
KDLG is THE radio station that fishermen listen to daily while in Bristol Bay, Alaska, and it was such an honor to share personal stories and highlight how families and partners of commercial fishermen form the backbone of community life throughout the season. GO US!
Listen to the Full Episode: Streaming available via KDLG’s website under “Bristol Bay Fisheries Report: July 18, 2025” at kdlg.org.
RESOURCES FOR POCFS:
🎉 POCFs are the biggest influences for fishermen's safety. GO US!
⚓️ How much do you worry about your fisherman's safety on the water? Every time they leave the dock? Yep, we get it. But guess what - the #1 reason fishermen wear PFDs is "Because my partner tells me to.” Let's ensure your fisherman has the best gear to return home. Check out KentSafetyProducts.com .
💬Private Group Chat: Instantly connect with fellow POCFs who understand your unique lifestyle. Click here to learn more !
🛟 Your Home Port: pocfpride.com – The go-to hub for Partners of Commercial Fishermen (POCFs).
📱 Connect on Instagram: @megan.waldrep – Stay in the loop and engage with the POCF community.
🔗 Explore All Offers: Click here to view everything we’ve created to support you !

We Sold the Fishing Business— What’s Getting Us Through the Transition

Today’s episode is a big one. On the first day of spiny lobster season, we announce something deeply personal: Chris and I sold the fishing business.
Chris has been fishing since he was 15—lobster, salmon, sea cucumber, Bristol Bay—you name it. Over 15 seasons, I’ve been alongside him, which eventually inspired the creation of the Partners of Commercial Fishermen. Selling the Joseph Warren marks the end of a chapter and the start of something new.
In this episode, I share:
The emotional and logistical process of selling the boat.
How therapy supported us through the transition.
The power of the POCF community (we literally helped make the sale happen!).
Why “salt in our blood” means this community is forever part of us.
Whether you’re navigating a career shift, considering therapy, or just curious about what happens when a fisherman retires or sells their boat, this episode is for you.
Resource Mentioned in Episode: BetterHelp at betterhelp.com
RESOURCES FOR POCFS!
🎉 POCFs are the biggest influences for fishermen's safety. GO US!
⚓️ How much do you worry about your fisherman's safety on the water? Every time they leave the dock? Yep, we get it. But guess what - the #1 reason fishermen wear PFDs is "Because my partner tells me to.” Let's ensure your fisherman has the best gear to return home. Check out KentSafetyProducts.com .
💬Private Group Chat: Instantly connect with fellow POCFs who understand your unique lifestyle. Click here to learn more !
🛟 Your Home Port: pocfpride.com – The go-to hub for Partners of Commercial Fishermen (POCFs).
📱 Connect on Instagram: @megan.waldrep – Stay in the loop and engage with the POCF community.
🔗 Explore All Offers: Click here to view everything we’ve created to support you !

Got the Blues? Advice from POCFs in our Community

In this episode, I’m sharing advice straight from our private POCF chat community — the kind of support you’ll find in this safe, just-for-us space, like:
Why feeling “lost” is actually a normal (and necessary) part of growth
How old comforts like shopping, sweets, or scrolling can lose their spark — and what that really means
Real advice and encouragement from the POCF private chat community to help you move through the blues
Tune in, take what resonates, and remember: you’re not alone when the blues roll in. Let’s Dive In.
RESOURCES FOR POCFS!
🛟 Reliable PFDs Will Help Bring Your Fisherman Home!
How much do you worry about their safety on the water? Well, it's valid: 8 of our 10 Fishermen who were lost at sea weren't wearing safety gear. BUT you can change that! #1 reason fishermen wear PFDs? “Because my partner tells me to.” If you want to ensure your fisherman has the best gear to return home, check out KentSafetyProducts.com.
💬 Private Group Chat: Instantly connect with fellow POCFs who understand your unique lifestyle. Click here to learn more!